Perseverance is demonstrated through sustained effort, determination, and the ability to keep going, even when things are difficult or take time to achieve. Learners show resilience, adaptability, and pride in improvement, not just success.

Overcoming a Fear or Challenge

Goal: I will build confidence in something I usually avoid (e.g., reading aloud, sharing an idea, PE skill) over 6 weeks.

Plan: I will try it once a week, track my comfort level, and ask for feedback to improve.

Evidence: Reflection entries, teacher or peer feedback, progress log.

Showing Perseverance in School

Learning Challenge

Goal: I will try three different strategies when I get stuck on a difficult reading passage or a hard Maths question for 3 weeks.

Plan: I will read the hard part three times, look up one word I don't know, and then try a different method to solve the problem before asking for help.

Evidence: Teacher's note confirming the child consistently applied the self-created strategies before seeking assistance.

Growth Mindset Journal

Goal: I will record one example each week of when I found something hard but kept going.

Plan: I will write how I solved it or who helped me.

Evidence: Journal entries, teacher feedback.

Attendance & Focus

Goal: I will arrive at school ready to learn every day for 6 weeks and focus during lessons.

Plan: I will get ready early, bring what I need, and use strategies when distracted.

Evidence: Teacher note, attendance data, reflection.

Stick-With-It Challenge

Goal: Commit to finishing something I’ve started at home (puzzle, book, craft).

Plan: Work on it twice a week until complete.

Evidence: Photo, reflection on how it felt to finish.

Showing Perseverance in Life Examples

Learning a New Skill

Goal: I will learn a new skill (instrument, sport, drawing, coding) and practise twice a week for 6 weeks.

Plan: I will track how I improve and what I find challenging.

Evidence: Progress chart, adult feedback, video/photo.

Healthy Routine

Goal: I will build a positive daily habit (e.g., walk to school, eat breakfast, limit screen time).

Plan: I will track it in a weekly log and reflect on changes.

Evidence: Log, reflection, parent comment.

Resilience at Home (Personal Challenge)

Goal: I will work on managing frustration or disappointment at home for 6 weeks.

Plan: I will use one strategy (deep breathing, walk away, talk it out) and reflect weekly.

Evidence: Self-reflection sheet, parent note.